FRACTIONS


Multiplying Fractions

When Fractions are Multiplied, the Numerators

are Multiplied and the Denominators are Multiplied.




1

3
x
2

5


1

3
x
x
2

5
=
=
2

15


1

3
x
2

5
=
2

15




If the resulting proper fraction can be reduced, then do so.

1

2
x
2

5


1

2
x
x
2

5
=
=
2

10


2

10
=
1

5


1

2
x
2

5
=
1

5




RULE

Multiplying Fractions
Multiply the Numerators to find the New Numerator.

Multiply the Denominators to find the new New Denominator.

If the Proper Fraction can be Reduced, then do so.